Electronics

Description

Electronics is a field of technology that is concerned with the installation, operation, repair, maintenance, calibration, modification and service of electronic circuitry, components and systems. Technicians are also trained to diagnose problems arising from electro-mechanical malfunctions and to assist engineers or technologists in preparing prototypes of electronic units or systems. Technicians are also trained to diagnose problems arising from electro-mechanical malfunctions and to assist often work as part of a design team in industry under the guidance of engineers or technologists in repairing prototypes of electronic units or systems. Systems, determining if prototypes are safe and meet job-specific criteria.

PROGRAM GOALS

The Electronics Program aids students in developing the knowledge, skills and abilities needed in order to become a proficient electronics technician in the student’s desired area of focus. The successful student is proficient with basic electronics measurement instrumentation and understands basic electronics circuitry. In addition to courses and labs, the Electronics
Program provides an opportunity for interested students to take Electronics Technician Association (ETA) and International Association for Radio, Telecommunication and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) Certification tests.

PROGRAM EMPHASIS

The Electronics Program emphasis is on providing the fundamental knowledge needed by a general electronics technician. Ample opportunity for electronics skill development is provided in laboratory courses. Two major areas of emphasis are currently available to electronics student: microcontroller/microprocessor technology and electronic communication technology.